Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB6681

Introduced
12/7/23  
Refer
12/7/23  

Caption

Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act

Impact

If passed, the bill would enhance the Clean Air Act by updating its definitions to include a new category of renewable fuel, thus opening avenues for credit generation for ship operators using compliant fuels. This change may stimulate innovation within the shipping industry as companies strive to adopt cleaner fuels to meet new compliance requirements. Furthermore, it establishes a timeline within which the EPA must develop the necessary regulations to implement these changes, ensuring a structured approach to integrating this new renewable fuel within existing legal frameworks.

Summary

House Bill 6681, titled the 'Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act', seeks to amend the Clean Air Act by including fuel for ocean-going vessels as a renewable fuel for which credits may be generated under the renewable fuel program. The bill is part of a broader effort to incorporate alternative fuels into the national energy mix, particularly focusing on shipping industries which have historically been less regulated in terms of emissions. By recognizing ocean-faring vessels' fuel as renewable, this bill aims to encourage the use of cleaner fuel alternatives, which could potentially reduce the environmental impacts typically associated with maritime transportation.

Contention

While the bill aims for environmental improvement, it is not without points of contention. Critics may argue that the effectiveness of such legislation depends on practical enforcement and the development of viable renewable fuel options for ocean vessels. Additionally, discussions around the bill may invoke corporate lobbying from traditional fuel industries who feel threatened by the shift toward renewables. Advocates for maritime economic interests may contend that regulatory changes could impose additional burdens on shipping companies, potentially affecting shipping costs and operational efficiency.

Companion Bills

US SB3818

Related Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act

Previously Filed As

US SB881

Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act

US HB1896

Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act

US SB3818

Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act

US HB6532

Renewable Chemicals Act of 2023

US HB7925

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act

US HR1265

Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries.

US HB7609

Biomass for Transportation Fuel Act

US SR694

A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries.

US HR375

Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries.

US SB3786

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act

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